India’s middle-distance runners delivered a strong performance at the 2026 Asian Games. Both Yoonus Shah and Gulveer Singh qualified for the men’s 1500m final.

The duo secured third place in their respective heats. As a result, both earned automatic qualification and kept India’s medal hopes alive.

Yoonus Shah Secures Automatic Qualification

Yoonus Shah competed in a fiercely contested Heat 1. He showed composure in a tactical race as the runners approached the final lap.

With the pack slowing and bunching together, Shah positioned himself carefully. He then crossed the finish line in 3:45.77, securing third place and an automatic qualification spot.

Shah finished just 0.55 seconds behind the heat winner. His performance also demonstrated the finishing speed needed to compete against Asia’s top milers.

Gulveer Singh Qualifies After 10,000m Silver

Gulveer Singh returned to the track just 24 hours after winning the 10,000m silver medal. Despite the demanding race, he stepped down in distance to compete in Heat 2 of the 1500m.

Singh stayed comfortably in the leading group throughout the race. He finished in 3:45.79, matching Shah with another third-place finish.

The result secured his automatic qualification for the final. It also highlighted his endurance, versatility and ability to compete across different distances.

Men’s 1500m Final: Date and Time

Both Indian runners have now secured their places in the final. They will return to the track for a chance to compete for a medal.

  • Event: Men’s 1500m Final

  • Date: Monday, September 28, 2026

  • Time: 4:35 PM IST

Shah and Singh have demonstrated their speed and tactical awareness in the heats. They will now look to carry that momentum into the final.

Indian athletics fans will be hoping both runners can turn their qualification performances into a podium finish.